Amazing Benefits Of Healing Oil - Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus essential oil, a marvellous gift from the Australian native eucalyptus trees and are grown all over the world because of their medicinal properties. The tree has oval-shaped leaves and is popular for its camphoraceous, strong and fresh aromatic smell.  Its leaves are dried, crushed, and refined to extract the essential oil.

Eucalyptus oil has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiviral, antispasmodic, decongestant, and antibacterial properties because of its main ingredient - cineole (also known as eucalyptol).

Best Eucalyptus oil helps us to treat a variety of common diseases, asthma, nasal congestion, arthritis, skin ulcers, and even helps you breathe smoothly.

Benefits of eucalyptus oil

• Gives relief in cold and clear sinuses

Eucalyptus oil works as a perfect medication for colds and coughs. It opens up the blocked airways, suppresses the cough, and reduces the mucus, making it less thick and expands the bronchi and bronchioles present in the lungs. Eucalyptus oil gives relief in Asthma- related problems also.  You can also use it as a home remedy. Just add a few drops of Eucalyptus oil in hot water and take the steam. 

•  Alleviates Headache

Eucalyptus oil helps to mitigate pain because of its anti-inflammatory properties.  Roll up a damp, clean cloth and spray a few drops of oil on it. Put it on the forehead, and get relief from headache. 

• Fresh breath 

Eucalyptus oil has anti-bacterial and antimicrobial properties which reduce the bacteria in your mouth and prevent the occurrence of cavities, gingivitis, bad breath, and other similar issues. It is widely used in oral products like toothpaste, mouthwashes, and even gum.  For a natural mouthwash, add one or two drops of the best eucalyptus oil in water to gargle.

• Aids cold sores

Cold sore is a common problem that can be treated with Eucalyptus oil. The raw spot on your lip can be treated by applying a mixture of eucalyptus oil with the carrier oil and later wiping it off after some time. Remember not to go in the sun when you apply this remedy to avoid any burns.

•  Subdue muscles and joints pain

Due to its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties, Eucalyptus oil lessens muscle pain caused by sore muscles or muscular spasms by loosening and easing them. All you need to do is to add one or two drops of eucalyptus oil to the carrier oil of your choice like coconut, argan, or jojoba oil and massage this pain-relieving portion on the painful area in a circular motion. 

•  Keep insects and mosquitoes at bay

Eucalyptus oil works as an excellent insect repellent and soothes insect bites too. Take a spray bottle full of water and add a few drops of eucalyptus oil. Shake it well and spray this in various corners of the home to keep insects away.  This mixture can also be used as a household cleaner to clean surfaces.

• Invigorates your scalp

Eucalyptus oil is really beneficial for your scalp health as it stimulates the scalp, combats dandruff, and other fungal infections to promote hair growth. A mixture of a few drops of eucalyptus oil combined with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil is an excellent hair elixir when massaged on the scalp.

• Soothe  sunburns

Eucalyptus oil has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and pain-reducing properties that give a cooling sensation to relieve the painful sunburn. A mixture of purified water with a few drops of eucalyptus oil and aloe Vera gel when sprayed on the infected area. gives a cooling effect and sudden relief.

• Stress buster

For a fresh menthol-like whiff and to revitalize your senses, add a few drops to hot water when bathing. Inhaling the aroma can suppress respiratory issues, while making you relax, and reducing stress. 

• Promotes healthy and glowing skin

Eucalyptus oil is known to purify and cleanse the skin. It has anti-inflammatory properties that treat redness, acne-related symptoms, dry skin, dermatitis, psoriasis, and other skin disorders due to the skin's inability to hold moisture content.

Every household must have Eucalyptus oil in small quantities to avail of its tremendous and amazing benefits. However, you must keep it away from children and pets. Now that you know so much about eucalyptus oil, it is time you get some of this medicinal oil to make your life a little stress free.